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FAMU-FSU NSBE

FAMU-FSU NSBE. 3 rd General Body Meeting Thursday, October 1, 2009. OPENING PRAYER. Ms. Renee Gordon 2009-2010 Chaplain. MISSION STATEMENT. NSBE’s Mission is to:

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FAMU-FSU NSBE

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  1. FAMU-FSU NSBE 3rd General Body Meeting Thursday, October 1, 2009

  2. OPENING PRAYER Ms. Renee Gordon 2009-2010 Chaplain

  3. MISSION STATEMENT NSBE’s Mission is to: Increase the number of culturally responsible Black Engineers who excel academically, succeed professionally and positively impact the community.

  4. INTRODUCTION OF NEW E-BOARD MEMBERS • Senator #1: Ms. Kristin Kynard • Senator #2: Mr. Frank Bivens • Correspondence Secretary: Ms. Demetria Bizell • FAMU Recruitment Chair: Ms. Makasa Covin • FSU Recruitment Co-Chairs: Mr. Kevin Harrison & Mr. Jehrad Crews • Graduate Student Liaison: Ms. Makita Phillips • Academic Excellence Chair: Mr. Stefan Jenkins • Professional Development Chair: Ms. Valesha Scott

  5. E-BOARD MEMBER OF THE MONTH! Ms. Jessica Blanding Recording Secretary

  6. LITTLE KNOWN BLACK HISTORY FACTS • Thomas L. Jennings • First African American to receive a patent • Invented a dry-cleaning process in 1821 • Used money to purchase relatives out of slavery and to support abolitionist causes • Henry Blair • Second African American to receive a patent • Invented corn seed planter in 1834 and a cotton planter in 1836 • Could not read or write; signed patent with an “X”

  7. GOT CULTURE?? Mr. Emil Muhammad 2009-2010 Cultural Awareness Chair

  8. Got Culture…? • What is Culture? • A state of civilization; Customs; a high level of development? • Tillage? • Improvement; refinement?

  9. Got Culture…? (cont.) • Culture is the expression of a specific groups understanding of how they view the world • -Examples: Art, food, clothing, behavior, etc. • Your culture ultimately dictates your life whether Good, Bad, or Indifferent

  10. Got Culture…? (cont.) Past Ancient Past Not too long ago Ancient Future ?

  11. Got Culture…? (cont.) Now???

  12. BUILDING CHAPTER LEADERS Mr. Maynard Yates 2009-2010 Conference Planning Chair

  13. Do you even know what NSBE is? • Do u ever wonder why you are here, • or what’s your purpose in NSBE? • Do you REALLY know what it takes to be • a part of NSBE & this chapter? • Have you ever wanted to get involved, • but didn’t quite know how? • Or are you just here because you knew it would be food here … The answer to these questions, except the last one, and more can be answered at…

  14. IT’S CONFERENCE TIME… • Chapter Leadership Institute – Oct. 3rd (Saturday): 10 a.m. – 12 noon, COE B135 • “Creating a Legacy” • NSBE: Raw & Uncut (What is NSBE /NSBE 101) • Skills that can be used in & out of NSBE • Past, Present, & Future, Part 1 • Fall Chapter Leadership Conference – Oct. 17th (Saturday): 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., COE B135 • “What’s Your P.A.S.S.I.O.N!!!!” • 2 Ears, 1 Mouth • Parliamentary Procedures • The Creativity of NSBE • Past, Present, & Future, Part 2

  15. UPCOMING CONFERENCES! - AWFE • A Walk for Education • University of Florida • October 10, 2009, 11 a.m. • Lincoln Park in Gainesville, FL • Goal: To increase awareness of the opportunities available through education particularly in the STEM fields and to shatter myths about African-Americans in math, science, engineering and other technologies. • Carpooling!!!

  16. UPCOMING CONFERENCES – FRC! • When: November 6-8, 2009 • Where: Atlanta, GA • Theme: Engineering a Global Impact • What is FRC? • 2-day conference for NSBE members to develop themselves and handle the business of NSBE • Competitions (TRE, ATB, etc.) • Career Fair • Workshops (Graduate school information, professional development, etc.) • Networking & parties! • Testimonials???

  17. FRC COMPETITIONS Mr. Twan Capehart Region III Academic Excellence Chair

  18. CONSTITUTIONAL CHANGES Mr. Ruben Nelson 2009-2010 Parliamentarian

  19. MEETING SPONSORS!!! UNITED STATES NAVY

  20. ON CAMPUS INFORMATION • FAMU Anti-hazing • Tuesday, October 5th at 5 p.m. • Thursday, October 7th at 5 p.m. • Resume Drops • Accenture: deadline is TOMORROW, October 2nd • Exxon-Mobil: www.exxonmobil.com/careers/usa

  21. 50/50 RAFFLE Ms. Briana Causey 2009-2010 Treasurer

  22. GIVEAWAYS!! • Who was the 1st African American to receive a patent? • Thomas L. Jennings • What did he invent? • Dry-cleaning process • Who was the 2nd African American to receive a patent? • Henry Blair • What is the theme for FRC this year? • Engineering a Global Impact

  23. ANNOUNCEMENTS • Chapter Polos • Student ID #s

  24. CLOSING PRAYER Ms. Renee Gordon 2009-2010 Chaplain

  25. Thank You ! NEXT MEETING: THURSDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2009 7:30 p.m.

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